iarjimphIARJIMPHIARJIMPH2709-331Xhttps://doi.org/10.47310/iarjimph.2021.v02i02.007Perception Regarding Elbow Pain among Ortho OPD Patients of Hilly AreaJalajJhaltaHariMohanSharmaBackground: Elbow pain is a common presenting symptom in primary care. Pathology can arise from any component of the joint including tendons, bursae, bones, or nerves. This study was undertaken with the objective to assess the knowledge about preventive factors and practices during elbow pain among Ortho OPD patients in civil hospital Rohru. Material & Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted between Aug- December 2020 among Ortho OPD patients in civil hospital Rohru selected by convenience sampling technique. Information regarding their socio-demographic characteristics, knowledge regarding prevention and practices during elbow pain were obtained using a self-administered, pre-tested, semi-structured questionnaire. Data was analyzed using epi info v7 software using appropriate statistical tests. Results: In the present study 35% (140) of the patient’s fall were below 40 years of age while 65% (260) were above 40 years.  54% (216) of patients were male and 46% (184) were female. Among the total patient’s maximum 312(78%) replied that taking frequent breaks from repetitive tasks helps in prevention of elbow injury or pain followed by interchanging hands during activities, such as when sweeping, or gardening 311(77.75%), avoid overuse of arm by doing repeated movements 302(75.5%) and avoid lifting a heavy weight 301(75.25%). In the present study, maximum 335(83.75%) replied that they applied of pain relief gels upon elbow during pain followed by avoid lifting heavy weight314(78.5%), Rest the elbow joint 313(78.25%), immobilize the elbow 304 (76%), avoid any stress on elbow 301 (75.25%) and pain relief medications 301(75.25%). Conclusion: Elbow pain can be best treated with rest, stretching, ice and physical therapy. Exercising and stretching may reduce pain, and can aid in recovery.